Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School Board Approves 7.41% Increase in Property Tax Levy for 2026

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School Board approved a 7.41% increase in the property tax levy for 2026, amounting to $52,433,831. This decision was part of a broader discussion on financial planning and resource allocation, highlighting the district’s efforts to manage a challenging economic landscape marked by rising inflation and fluctuating enrollment numbers.

Mount Greylock Regional School Committee Confronts AI Policy Debate and Regionalization Concerns.

Overview: The Mount Greylock Regional School Committee meeting on December 11th, conducted virtually, addressed topics including the formulation of an artificial intelligence (AI) policy, curriculum enhancements, and regionalization discussions among school districts. Key issues included public concerns over AI policy effectiveness, curriculum updates, and the complexities of regionalization.

Holliston School Committee Celebrates High School Project Milestone Amid Detailed Discussions

Overview: The Holliston School Committee meeting focused on the anticipated high school construction project, updates on mathematics education pathways, budgetary concerns, and the integration of new technology. The committee celebrated a milestone in the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) process, laying the groundwork for a new high school, and discussed the implications of differentiated mathematics pathways for middle school students.

Opioid Crisis and Tax Concerns Dominate Winona County Board Meeting

Overview: The Winona County Board of Commissioners meeting was marked by a discussion on the opioid crisis, particularly focusing on the availability and distribution of naloxone, a life-saving medication used in opioid overdoses. This was coupled with significant public concern over proposed tax increases and their impact on local residents and businesses.

Community Education Council District 20 Approves Moratorium on AI to Safeguard Student Privacy and Data

Overview: The Community Education Council District 20 meeting saw a decision as members voted to implement a two-year moratorium on the use of student-facing artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in early education grades. The resolution, which passed with a 10-2 vote, highlights concerns over student privacy, potential biases in AI systems, and the need for comprehensive parental involvement in AI’s integration into educational settings.